1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (136 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 305 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Ninety-Eight | 166 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2600 mm |