1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 133 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 1974 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 133 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2670 mm |
