2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1973 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Carina weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Spark, 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, 1973 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Spark | 1973 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Spark | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |