1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1980 Talbot Tagora is newer by 14 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 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 555 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, 1980 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora 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 | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | Scarabeo | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
