1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1989 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 405 is newer by 21 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP) has 163 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 242 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
Because 1989 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1989 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Carabo | 405 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
