1991 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1991 Ford Falcon 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 1991 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Falcon | 166 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |
