1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (185 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 130 | 166 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 69 L |
