1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1984 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 18 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. (92 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 566 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, 1984 Pontiac Fiero (182 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm). This means 1984 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. 1984 Pontiac Fiero has automatic transmission and 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo has manual transmission. 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Fiero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1984 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | Scarabeo | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 92 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2380 mm |
