2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1989 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1989 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1989 Venturi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Venturi Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1989 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Venturi |
| Model | 166 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
