2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1987 Innocenti 990
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1987 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1987 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1987 Innocenti 990. 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1987 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Innocenti |
| Model | 166 | 990 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2050 mm |
