1965 Saab MC vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Saab MC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Saab MC would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1965 Saab MC. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1965 Saab MC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 477 kg more than 1965 Saab MC. 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Saab MC. (91 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Saab MC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Saab MC | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Saab | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | MC | 164 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
