1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1945 Austin 16
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1945 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Austin 16 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 1945 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1945 Austin 16 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 166 | 16 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
