1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, both 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 and 1998 Lancia Delta were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Alfa Romeo 166 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | 166 | Delta |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |