1999 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, both 1999 Audi A8 and 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A8 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1999 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A8 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, 1999 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. 1999 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A8 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
Model | A8 | 166 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |