2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 9 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, 2012 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 166 | TT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |
