1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 9 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 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 53 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
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 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 166 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2648 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
