2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2005 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 166 | Punto |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |