1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 86 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 477 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Carabo | C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 62 L |
