1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1957 Opel Record
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 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record 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 70 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Opel Record weights approximately 195 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1957 Opel Record | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Scarabeo | Record |
Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |