1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1971 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1971 Reliant Rebel 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 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 83 more horse power than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1971 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo weights approximately 125 kg more than 1971 Reliant Rebel. 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1971 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
| Model | Scarabeo | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2270 mm |
