1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 145 | 166 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
