1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 164 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
