1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Corsair 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 1970 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Corsair | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Corsair | 166 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |