1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1998 Holden Statesman
To start off, both 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 and 1998 Holden Statesman were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Holden Statesman 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 Holden Statesman. 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 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Statesman 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 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | 166 | Statesman |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |