1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 37 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 875 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, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 2003 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | Scarabeo | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2910 mm |