1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1966 Suzuki Fronte

To start off, both 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo and 1966 Suzuki Fronte were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 96 more horse power than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo weights approximately 196 kg more than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Suzuki Fronte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Suzuki Fronte.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo 1966 Suzuki Fronte
Make Alfa Romeo Suzuki
Model Scarabeo Fronte
Year Released 1966 1966
Engine Size 1570 cc 360 cc
Horse Power 114 HP 18 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 32 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 700 kg 504 kg
Vehicle Length 3730 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1030 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2060 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 66 L


 

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