1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 815 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Scarabeo | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2760 mm |
