1965 Maserati Mexico vs. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mexico (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. (207 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mexico.
Because 1965 Maserati Mexico is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Maserati Mexico. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Maserati Mexico | 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
Make | Maserati | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Mexico | 164 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |