1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 680 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban 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 | 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 166 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3300 mm |
