2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 166 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 54 L |
