1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today 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 108 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1996 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 166 | Today |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
