1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1998 Lada 110
To start off, 1998 Lada 110 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 44 more horse power than 1998 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada 110 weights approximately 320 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, 1998 Lada 110, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1998 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Scarabeo | 110 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |
