2008 Opel Insignia vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Insignia | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Insignia | 166 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2710 mm |
