1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 36 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 2004 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 492 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
Because 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 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 | 2004 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Carabo | A6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
