2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1995 Porsche 968
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 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 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 211 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
Because 1995 Porsche 968 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 166 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 92 L |
