1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, both 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 and 1998 Samsung SM5 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 33 more horse power than 1998 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1998 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Samsung SM5 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 Samsung SM5. 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 Alfa Romeo 166 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Samsung |
Model | 166 | SM5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |