1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1980 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 5 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1980 Holden Kingswood 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 1980 Holden Kingswood. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1980 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | 164 | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |