1969 Riley Kestrel vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (64 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1969 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Riley Kestrel | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Riley | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Kestrel | 166 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 69 L |
