1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1998 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, both 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 and 1998 Ferrari Mondial were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1998 Ferrari Mondial 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 Ferrari Mondial. 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 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (187 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial 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 | 1998 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 166 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1430 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 84 L |