1996 Suzuki Baleno vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Baleno | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Baleno | 166 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
