1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 38 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 122 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 72 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Carabo | 3 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |