2005 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (304 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (171 Nm). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | New Beetle | 166 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
