1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. (84 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo weights approximately 290 kg more than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. 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.
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1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | Scarabeo | XI Le Mans |
Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2240 mm |