2008 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1968 AMC AMX
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Because 1968 AMC AMX 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 1968 AMC AMX. 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1968 AMC AMX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | AMC |
| Model | 166 | AMX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 6386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
