1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1999 Nissan Sentra

To start off, 1999 Nissan Sentra 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 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 142 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo weights approximately 88 kg more than 1999 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Nissan Sentra, 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo 1999 Nissan Sentra
Make Alfa Romeo Nissan
Model Carabo Sentra
Year Released 1968 1999
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1392 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 227 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 9000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 211 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1048 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1000 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2440 mm


 

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