1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 and 1998 Opel Astra were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra.
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 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1998 Opel Astra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 166 | Astra |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 44 L |