1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1990 Dodge Caravan. 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Caravan | 166 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
