1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1953 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo weights approximately 100 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1953 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Carabo | 100 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 54 L |
