1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 39 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 542 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 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 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 | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Carabo | A4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
