1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 11 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1184 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Carabo | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3300 mm |
