1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1977 Audi 100
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 9 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
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, 1977 Audi 100, 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1977 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Carabo | 100 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
