2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Orion 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 132 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 646 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1986 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 166 | Orion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 48 L |
