1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1998 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial 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 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 302 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial 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 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Carabo | Mondial |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 73.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1350 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |