1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1982 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Quintet 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 113 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1982 Honda Quintet. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1982 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 164 | Quintet |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
