2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1980 Audi Sport
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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 540 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport 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 | 1980 Audi Sport | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 166 | Sport |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 79.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 90 L |
