2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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 200 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 166 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |
