1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 10 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 122 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, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri 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 | 1978 Ford Capri | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Carabo | Capri |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |