1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 42 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster 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, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W 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. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Scarabeo | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2970 mm |
