1993 Ford Probe vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1993 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1993 Ford Probe. 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Probe | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Probe | 166 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
