1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1980 Porsche 911
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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 911 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 911 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 368 kg more than 1980 Porsche 911.
Because 1980 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 911. (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1980 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 164 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
