1979 Renault Siete 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 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault Siete would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1979 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1979 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault Siete | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Siete | 166 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1036 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
