1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, both 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 and 1987 Lancia Delta 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 7 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Delta. (185 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta 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 | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 164 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |
