1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 30 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 395 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Scarabeo | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2560 mm |
