2005 Kia Spectra vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2005 Kia Spectra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Spectra (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (136 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Spectra | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Spectra | 166 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
