1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1962 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elan 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 127 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo weights approximately 458 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elan. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1962 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | Carabo | Elan |
Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 72.7 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 | 590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |