1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo weights approximately 198 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Carabo | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
