1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1996 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 504 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 504. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1996 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Scarabeo | 504 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2750 mm |
