1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 46 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon 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 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | Scarabeo | Canyon |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |