1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz 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 140 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo weights approximately 68 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Vitz 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, 1999 Toyota Vitz 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Carabo | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
