2000 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (532 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1993 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
Model | 166 | Carlton |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 532 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |