1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 15 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 5 kg more than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
Model | 166 | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 562 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4386 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1184 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |