1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 15 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C30. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30. 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 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 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 166 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
