1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1977 Buick Estate
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1977 Buick Estate 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 1977 Buick Estate. 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, 1977 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1977 Buick Estate | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | 166 | Estate |
Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 97.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |