2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (136 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 168 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (304 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Colorado | 166 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1658 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
