2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 100 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 166 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 68 L |
