1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 185 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1954 Studebaker President State 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 1954 Studebaker President State. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Studebaker |
| Model | 164 | President State |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3070 mm |
