2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 10 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | HHR | 166 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
