2000 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1957 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1957 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 166 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
