1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360. 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 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 166 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
