2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 9 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 136 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 371 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
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 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (136 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Elantra | 166 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
