1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, 1997 Ford Puma is newer by 29 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 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Puma weights approximately 12 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, 1997 Ford Puma, 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1997 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Carabo | Puma |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
