2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2006 Toyota Tazz were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 166 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2006 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 166 | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1296 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |
