2000 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 12 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, 2012 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise 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 583 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Because 2012 Lotus Elise 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 2012 Lotus Elise. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | 166 | Elise |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2299 mm |