1979 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1979 Chrysler Cordoba is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Cordoba | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cordoba | 166 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |
