1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, both 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 and 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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 78 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 166 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
