1999 Audi TT vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, both 1999 Audi TT and 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (174 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (155 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Audi TT.
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, 1999 Audi TT (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi TT | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
Model | TT | 166 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |