1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 41 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 54 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 30 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Smart ForTwo 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. 2007 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
| Model | Scarabeo | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 33 L |
