2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today 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, 1998 Honda Today 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 166 | Today |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
