1976 Toyota Mark II vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1976 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Mark II | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mark II | 166 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
