1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1972 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1972 Jaguar XJ is newer by 6 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 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1170 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, 1972 Jaguar XJ (408 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. 1972 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo has manual transmission. 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1972 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Scarabeo | XJ |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |
