1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1989 Austin Montego
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 23 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), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 410 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1989 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Scarabeo | Montego |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2580 mm |
