1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
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 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet APV | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | APV | 166 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |
