1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1972 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1972 Reliant Scimitar 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 407 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 Reliant Scimitar (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Reliant Scimitar 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 | 1972 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
| Model | Scarabeo | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2540 mm |
