1979 Porsche 930 vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (175 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 930 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Porsche 930 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 1979 Porsche 930. 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Porsche 930 | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Porsche | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 930 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
