1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 7 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 52 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 80 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Scarabeo | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2110 mm |
