1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2000 Audi Rosemeyer
To start off, 2000 Audi Rosemeyer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 8,003 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Audi Rosemeyer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi Rosemeyer (630 HP) has 440 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi Rosemeyer should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2000 Audi Rosemeyer.
Because 2000 Audi Rosemeyer 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, 2000 Audi Rosemeyer 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, 2000 Audi Rosemeyer (1,032 Nm) has 806 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 Nm). This means 2000 Audi Rosemeyer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi Rosemeyer has manual transmission. 2000 Audi Rosemeyer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2000 Audi Rosemeyer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 166 | Rosemeyer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 8003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 630 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 1032 Nm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 349 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
