1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1986 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1986 Opel Kadett 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1986 Opel Kadett. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo weights approximately 3 kg more than 1986 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Kadett. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1986 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Carabo | Kadett |
Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1390 mm |