1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1987 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1987 Ford Telstar is newer by 19 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), 1987 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1987 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo weights approximately 18 kg more than 1987 Ford Telstar. 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, 1987 Ford Telstar, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1987 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Carabo | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| 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 | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
