1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 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 25 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 284 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
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) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Scarabeo | Spider |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2260 mm |
