2002 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (185 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147.
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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 147 | 166 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |
