2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2003 Hyundai Accent
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2003 Hyundai Accent were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 135 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 533 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 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 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2003 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 166 | Accent |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 45 L |
