2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1998 Ford Puma
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Puma would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1998 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1998 Ford Puma. 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 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1998 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 166 | Puma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 42 L |
