1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1980 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1980 Chrysler 160 is newer by 12 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 138 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 38 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1980 Chrysler 160 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | Carabo | 160 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |