2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147.
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 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 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 | 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 166 | 147 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |
