1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (155 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Spider | 166 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |