1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1952 Austin A 90
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
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, 1952 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 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 | 1952 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Scarabeo | A 90 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2440 mm |