1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1969 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Cedric 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 78 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1969 Nissan Cedric. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1969 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 164 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
