2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1995 Lamborghini Cala
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lamborghini Cala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lamborghini Cala would be higher. At 3,900 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Cala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (400 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Cala 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 325 kg more than 1995 Lamborghini Cala.
Because 1995 Lamborghini Cala 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 1995 Lamborghini Cala. 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, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (316 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm). This means 1995 Lamborghini Cala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1995 Lamborghini Cala | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | 166 | Cala |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
