2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2003 Lada 111
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 111 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 102 more horse power than 2003 Lada 111. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2003 Lada 111. 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 111. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2003 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | 166 | 111 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 43 L |
