1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1998 Porsche 911

To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 595 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 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 1998 Porsche 911
Make Alfa Romeo Porsche
Model Scarabeo 911
Year Released 1966 1998
Engine Position Middle Rear
Engine Size 1570 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 114 HP 444 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 665 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 700 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 3730 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1030 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2280 mm


 

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