1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 32 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 67 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Life weights approximately 90 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life. 1998 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo has manual transmission. 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Scarabeo | Life |
Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2370 mm |