2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (185 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Corrado 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 | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 166 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 40 L |
