1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 25 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 750 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid 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 | 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Scarabeo | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3000 mm |
