2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1989 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Meteor 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 165 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1989 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 166 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 Length | 4730 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
