1986 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
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 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Eldorado | 166 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
