2001 TVR Cerbera vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2001 TVR Cerbera is newer by 2 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (155 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2001 TVR Cerbera 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 TVR Cerbera. 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, 2001 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2001 TVR Cerbera | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | TVR | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Cerbera | 166 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4185 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |