2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1990 Alpine A 610
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 201 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Because 1990 Alpine A 610 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 1990 Alpine A 610. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1990 Alpine A 610 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
| Model | 166 | A 610 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1414 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
