2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 166 | 145 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
