1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 41 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 413 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 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Carabo | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 79 L |