1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1982 Toyota Tercel is newer by 14 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 157 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo weights approximately 268 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel. 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, 1982 Toyota Tercel, 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Carabo | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
