1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,505 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 261 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
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 (304 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (237 Nm). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 166 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
