1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2002 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2002 Dodge Ram is newer by 34 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 5,212 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Ram. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 831 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, 2002 Dodge Ram, 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, 2002 Dodge Ram (408 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Ram 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 | 2002 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Carabo | Ram |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3530 mm |
