2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1967 Toyota Century
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Century. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Century weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1967 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Century. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1967 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 166 | Century |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2870 mm |
