1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (136 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Corvette | 166 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |