1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 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 18 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 166 | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |