1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 and 1998 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 520 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram 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 1998 Dodge Ram. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | 166 | Ram |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2790 mm |