2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2006 Smart ForTwo 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (101 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
| Model | 166 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 19.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 22 L |
