2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 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 132 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indigo 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 | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | 166 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
