1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic 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 142 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo weights approximately 208 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Carabo | Civic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 42 L |
