1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1968 Skoda 1000 MB
To start off, 1968 Skoda 1000 MB is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo 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) has 67 more horse power than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Skoda 1000 MB weights approximately 87 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1968 Skoda 1000 MB | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Scarabeo | 1000 MB |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
