1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corsa is newer by 17 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 115 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Scarabeo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2510 mm |
