1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 13 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 15 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 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 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 166 | A4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |