1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1972 Toyota Sprinter 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 1,586 cc, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 165 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Sprinter 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 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Scarabeo | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2340 mm |
