1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord.
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, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 166 | Accord |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |