2000 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 9 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT 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 465 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT 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 | 2009 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 166 | TT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
