1980 Vauxhall Astra vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. 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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Vauxhall Astra | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Astra | 164 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
