2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 774 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 166 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2300 mm |
