1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1999 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Nissan Sunny 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 153 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 112 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, 1999 Nissan Sunny, 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1999 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Carabo | Sunny |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1530 mm |