1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Celica weights approximately 248 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Scarabeo | Celica |
Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |