2008 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1951 Buick 40
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1951 Buick 40 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 1951 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 (386 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1951 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 166 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 4066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3090 mm |
