1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2001 Seat Alhambra is newer by 33 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 79 more horse power than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 617 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, 2001 Seat Alhambra, 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, 2001 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Alhambra 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 | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Carabo | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
