1994 Tata Estate vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Tata Estate would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (190 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1994 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1994 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Tata Estate weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1994 Tata Estate 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 1994 Tata Estate. 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Tata Estate. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 1994 Tata Estate has manual transmission. 1994 Tata Estate 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:
| 1994 Tata Estate | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Tata | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Estate | 166 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
