1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda 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 179 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 789 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat Panda 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:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Panda | 166 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 72 L |
