1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 166 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
