1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 30 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 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Carabo | Ram |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2790 mm |
