1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 44 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 880 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 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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. 2012 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | Carabo | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
