2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 166 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |
