1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1981 Honda Accord is newer by 15 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Accord weights approximately 190 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Scarabeo | Accord |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
