1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1984 Toyota Celica

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 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica 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 77 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1984 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Alfa Romeo 164 1984 Toyota Celica
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model 164 Celica
Year Released 1987 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2959 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 192 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72.6 mm 75 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1365 kg 1165 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2620 mm


 

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