1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 592 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carabo | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1640 kg |
