2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 10 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 138 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
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 (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 166 | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 76 L |
