1974 GMC Suburban vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 650 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 GMC Suburban 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | GMC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Suburban | 166 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2600 mm |
