1972 AC 428 vs. 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo
To start off, 1972 AC 428 is newer by 6 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AC 428 weights approximately 734 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AC 428 | 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 428 | Scarabeo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2160 mm |
