1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 18 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 165 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo weights approximately 168 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion. 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, 1986 Ford Orion, 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1986 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Carabo | Orion |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
