1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro 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 113 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. 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 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 164 | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
