2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 1 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (163 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 166 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
