2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2000 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Zafira 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 | 2000 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 166 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
