2000 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 318 kg more than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza 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 | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 166 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
