2009 Tata Indica vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Tata | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Indica | 166 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 72 L |
