1978 Holden GTS vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1978 Holden GTS 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 1978 Holden GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden GTS | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Holden | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | GTS | 164 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
