1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1966 Bizzarrini GT
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bizzarrini GT 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 119 more horse power than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo weights approximately 368 kg more than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1966 Bizzarrini GT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bizzarrini |
Model | Carabo | GT |
Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |