1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 992 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (271 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Carabo | Viano |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
