1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1351 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Carabo | Armada |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 106 L |
