2002 Acura RSX vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura RSX would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RSX | 166 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 69 L |
