2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (279 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Eclipse | 166 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
