2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 122 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. 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 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 166 | 147 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |