1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 792 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | Carabo | Korando |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |