1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2003 Avanti Studebaker
To start off, 2003 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 5 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 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2003 Avanti Studebaker | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Avanti |
| Model | 166 | Studebaker |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 6751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3410 mm |
