Alfa Romeo 166 Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids Alfa Romeo 166

Overview
Manufacturer	Alfa Romeo
Production	1996 – 2007 (LHD) 1998 – 2005 (RHD)
Model years	1999–2007
Assembly	Rivalta, Turin, Italy (1996–2002) Mirafiori, Turin, Italy (2002–2007)
Designer	Walter de'Silva at Centro Stile Alfa Romeo
Body and chassis
Class	Executive car (E)
Body style	4-door saloon
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Related	Lancia Kappa Trumpchi GA5 Trumpchi GS5
Powertrain
Engine	2.0 L I4 petrol (Twin Spark) 2.0 L V6 t/c petrol 2.5 L V6 petrol 3.0 L V6 petrol 3.2 L V6 petrol 2.4 L I5 t/c diesel (JTD; LHD only)
Transmission	5-speed manual 6-speed manual 4-speed automatic (ZF 4HP20) 5-speed automatic (AW 50-5ECT-i)
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,700 mm (106.3 in)
Length	4,720 mm (185.8 in)
Width	1,815 mm (71.5 in) 1,800 mm (70.9 in) (from 2003)
Height	1,416 mm (55.7 in)
Weight	1,420–1,550 kg (3,130–3,420 lb)
Chronology
Predecessor	Alfa Romeo 164

The Alfa Romeo 166 is a cool car made by the famous Italian company Alfa Romeo. It was a special type of car called an "executive car." This means it was designed to be comfortable and stylish. It was often used by business people or families who wanted a bit of luxury.

The 166 replaced the older Alfa Romeo 164 model. Production of the 166 started in 1998 and continued until 2007. It was built in Turin, Italy, first in Rivalta and later in Mirafiori.

What Powers the Alfa Romeo 166?
Design and Features
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What Powers the Alfa Romeo 166?

Cars need engines to move, and the Alfa Romeo 166 had several different types. These engines are like the heart of the car, making it go fast or slow.

Petrol Engines

Many Alfa Romeo 166 cars used petrol engines. These engines burn petrol to create power. Some of the petrol engines available were:

A 2.0-liter Twin Spark engine, which was known for being lively.
Different sizes of the V6 engine, including 2.0-liter (with a turbocharger for extra power), 2.5-liter, 3.0-liter, and a powerful 3.2-liter version. The V6 engines were very popular for their smooth sound and strong performance.

Diesel Engines

The Alfa Romeo 166 also offered diesel engines, which are known for being good on fuel. These engines burn diesel fuel. The diesel options included:

A 2.4-liter JTD engine.
A 2.4-liter Multijet engine, which was a more advanced version of the JTD.

Gearboxes

To control the engine's power, cars use a gearbox. The Alfa Romeo 166 came with different options:

Manual gearboxes: You could choose between a 5-speed or a 6-speed manual gearbox. With a manual gearbox, the driver changes gears themselves.
Automatic gearboxes: There were also 4-speed and 5-speed automatic gearboxes. With an automatic gearbox, the car changes gears for you, making driving easier.

Design and Features

The Alfa Romeo 166 was designed by Walter de'Silva at Alfa Romeo's own design center. It had a sleek, sporty look that was typical of Alfa Romeo cars. It was a saloon car, meaning it had four doors and a separate boot (trunk) at the back.

The car had a front-engine, front-wheel-drive setup. This means the engine is at the front of the car, and it sends power to the front wheels to make the car move. This is a common setup for many cars.