1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 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 192 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 133 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 1974 Fiat 133. 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 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 133 | 166 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
