1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 2001 Ford 49

To start off, 2001 Ford 49 is newer by 35 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 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford 49 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford 49 (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford 49 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford 49 weights approximately 598 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford 49 (175 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm). This means 2001 Ford 49 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. 2001 Ford 49 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. 2001 Ford 49 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo 2001 Ford 49
Make Alfa Romeo Ford
Model Scarabeo 49
Year Released 1966 2001
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1570 cc 3899 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 175 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 700 kg 1298 kg
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2620 mm


 

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