1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1968 Saab Sonett
To start off, both 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo and 1968 Saab Sonett were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 163 more horse power than 1968 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1968 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo weights approximately 273 kg more than 1968 Saab Sonett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Saab Sonett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1968 Saab Sonett | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
Model | Carabo | Sonett |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
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 | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 58.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |