2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 166 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |