1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 385 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, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno 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 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Scarabeo | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2490 mm |
