1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1984 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial 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 20 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1984 Ferrari Mondial 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 1984 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1984 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 164 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| 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 | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
