1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 43 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT 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 | 2009 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Scarabeo | TT |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
