2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 722 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 166 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 50 L |
