1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1987 Acura Integra
To start off, both 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 and 1987 Acura Integra were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 67 more horse power than 1987 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1987 Acura Integra.
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 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1987 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Acura |
| Model | 164 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
