2010 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord. 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 (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Accord 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:
| 2010 Honda Accord | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Accord | 166 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1453 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
