1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 529 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Carabo | Chevelle |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5011 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 72 L |