1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Scarabeo | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
