1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1991 Audi 100
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 23 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 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 362 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
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, 1991 Audi 100, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1991 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Carabo | 100 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1450 mm |
