1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 418 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, 2011 Ford Escape, 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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape 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 | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Carabo | Escape |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 66 L |
