1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. (131 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 weights approximately 452 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, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 (255 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 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 | 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | Carabo | Dodge 3700 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |