1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 37 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 7 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Carabo | Drifter |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2499 cc |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1055 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |