1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1957 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 412 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1957 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GAZ |
| Model | Carabo | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
