2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 166 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
