2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1950 Buick 40
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1950 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1950 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 166 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4065 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3090 mm |
