1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1978 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1978 Dodge Aspen is newer by 12 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 765 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, 1978 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen 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 | 1978 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Scarabeo | Aspen |
Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2760 mm |