1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 28 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 400 weights approximately 540 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, 1994 Rover 400, 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, 1994 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 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 | 1994 Rover 400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | Scarabeo | 400 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2560 mm |