2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2002 Honda Capa
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Capa would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2002 Honda Capa. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2002 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 166 | Capa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
