1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1969 Toyota Sport 800
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 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Sport 800 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 148 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Sport 800 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 1969 Toyota Sport 800. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1969 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 164 | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
