1975 Skoda 110 L vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Skoda 110 L 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 183 more horse power than 1975 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1975 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1975 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Skoda 110 L 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 1975 Skoda 110 L. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Skoda 110 L. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Skoda 110 L. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 1975 Skoda 110 L has manual transmission. 1975 Skoda 110 L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Skoda 110 L | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Skoda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 110 L | 166 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 72 L |
