2008 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2008 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 478 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 (386 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 166 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 45 L |