1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1980 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1980 Lincoln Continental 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1980 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 807 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, 1980 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental 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 | 1980 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lincoln |
Model | Carabo | Continental |
Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2990 mm |