2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1958 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 1259 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1958 Berkeley Foursome | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
| Model | 166 | Foursome |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1990 mm |
