1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 1974 Mazda 616 is newer by 6 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 148 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo weights approximately 136 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Carabo | 616 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
