1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia 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 143 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 164 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
