1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1978 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1978 Zastava 2101 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 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 165 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo weights approximately 88 kg more than 1978 Zastava 2101. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1978 Zastava 2101 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Zastava |
Model | Carabo | 2101 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |