2004 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, both 2004 Avanti Studebaker and 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. 2004 Avanti Studebaker has automatic transmission and 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Avanti Studebaker | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Avanti | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Studebaker | 166 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2550 mm |
