1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1999 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1999 Lancia Delta is newer by 33 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Delta weights approximately 430 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, 1999 Lancia Delta, 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, 1999 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Delta 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 | 1999 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Scarabeo | Delta |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2550 mm |
