1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1970 Renault 12
To start off, 1970 Renault 12 is newer by 4 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Renault 12 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
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, 1970 Renault 12, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 12. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1970 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Scarabeo | 12 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2450 mm |
