1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 232 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, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Trans Sport | 166 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 68.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |