1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, both 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 and 1998 Peugeot 306 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 137 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 306. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 306. 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 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | 166 | 306 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |