1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 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 160 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 166 | Spider |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |