1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1973 Peugeot 504 is newer by 5 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 1,995 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 146 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 116 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | Carabo | 504 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |