2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 166 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
