1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1971 Holden Monaro 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 680 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 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro 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 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Scarabeo | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2830 mm |
