1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer 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 | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 166 | Blazer |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |