1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1970 Opel Record
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 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record 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 133 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 164 | Record |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
