1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 1 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 21 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 90 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | GTA | Scarabeo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 47 L |
