1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1981 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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 148 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo weights approximately 158 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Carabo | Accord |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
