1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 692 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 2002 Mazda B2500 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Carabo | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2990 mm |
