2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1979 Porsche 930
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 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 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 Porsche 930.
Because 1979 Porsche 930 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 Porsche 930. 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 166 | 930 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |