1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 166 | 130 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |