2000 Lada Samara vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Samara would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara. 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Samara | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Lada | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Samara | 166 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
