1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1943 Jeep MB
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1943 Jeep MB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1943 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1943 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Jeep MB weights approximately 380 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Because 1943 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 Jeep MB 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, 1943 Jeep MB (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1943 Jeep MB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1943 Jeep MB | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Scarabeo | MB |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2040 mm |
