1996 Chrysler Cirrus vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Cirrus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Cirrus 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 58 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Cirrus. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Cirrus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Cirrus. 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 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Cirrus. (230 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Cirrus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Cirrus | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cirrus | 166 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
