2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Tata Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Safari weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2006 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Tata Safari 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, both vehicles can yield 181 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2006 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | 166 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
