1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1986 Lotus Esprit 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1986 Lotus Esprit (405 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit 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 | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Carabo | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
