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Toyota Carina

General information

ModelToyota Carina
Year1973
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating66.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1589 ccm (96.96 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1589 ccm (96.96 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power100.40 PS (74 kW or 99 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque135.00 Nm (13.8 kgf-m or 99.6 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke85.0 x 70.0 mm (3.3 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1057 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight950 kg (2,094.4 pounds)
Overall length4140 mm (163.0 inches)
Overall width1580 mm (62.2 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2430 mm (95.7 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originJapan
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