2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 45 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 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Rover 45. 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 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2000 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2000 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 166 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |
