1996 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Accord | 166 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |