1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 314 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Scarabeo | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2580 mm |
