1987 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 443 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
Because 1987 Porsche 911 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 1987 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Porsche 911 | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Porsche | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 911 | 166 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1172 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |