2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 7 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (153 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 159 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 166 | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
