2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1996 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava. 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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1996 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 166 | Brava |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1369 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 64.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 50 L |
