1986 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 267 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1986 Ford Fairlane 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 1986 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fairlane | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Fairlane | 164 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
