1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (132 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 164 | Spider |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |
