2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1992 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1992 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1992 Honda Legend. 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, 1992 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1992 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 166 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
