1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 45 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1782 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. 2013 Ford E-Series 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. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Carabo | E-Series |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1511 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 150 L |