2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (261 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco.
Because 1979 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1979 Lamborghini Urraco | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
Model | 166 | Urraco |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 64.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |