1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1972 Nissan Skyline 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 42 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Carabo | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
