1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 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 119 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 62 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Carabo | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |