2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 244 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164.
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 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 has manual transmission. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Trans Sport | 164 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 72.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |