1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 43 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 617 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.

Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
Make Alfa Romeo Chevrolet
Model Carabo Orlando
Year Released 1968 2011
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 227 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 9000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 211 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 52.2 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1048 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4652 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1836 mm
Vehicle Height 1000 mm 1633 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2760 mm


 

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