2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (214 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 1988 Porsche 944 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (351 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 166 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
