2000 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2000 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 74 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | 166 | Fabia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |