1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1966 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1966 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1966 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 164 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
