2008 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1976 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 592 kg more than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Because 1976 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1976 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 166 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
