2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 8 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2000 Ford Falcon 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 2000 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Falcon | 166 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
