2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1984 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Quintet 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 138 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 566 kg more than 1984 Honda Quintet. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1984 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 166 | Quintet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
