1985 Renault Rodeo vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Rodeo 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 1985 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1985 Renault Rodeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Rodeo | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Rodeo | 166 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 109 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
