1986 Audi 90 vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 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 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1986 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 90 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
