1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia

To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia 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 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 153 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 117 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.

Because 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo 2007 Skoda Fabia
Make Alfa Romeo Skoda
Model Carabo Fabia
Year Released 1968 2007
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 227 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 9000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 211 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 52.2 mm 75.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1048 kg 1165 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1000 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 45 L


 

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