2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1991 Audi 100
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 59 kg more than 1991 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1991 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 166 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
