1988 Honda Integra vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Integra would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1988 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1988 Honda Integra. 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Integra | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Integra | 166 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |