1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1999 Honda Passport
To start off, 1999 Honda Passport is newer by 31 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Honda Passport. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Passport.
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, 1999 Honda Passport, 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, 1999 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. 1999 Honda Passport 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. 1999 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1999 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Carabo | Passport |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
