1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1996 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 28 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (164 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 877 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. 1996 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1996 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Carabo | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2880 mm |
