1994 Ford Contour vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 253 kg more than 1994 Ford Contour. 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 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Contour | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Contour | 166 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
