1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 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 107 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 459 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 164 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
