2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos 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 2002 Honda Vamos. 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 (289 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 166 | Vamos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 73 L |
