1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 21 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 390 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra 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 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Scarabeo | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
