1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 1430 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 98 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1973 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Seat 1430 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 1973 Seat 1430. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 164 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
