2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 26 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 166 | Condor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1446 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
