1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1987 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, both 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 and 1987 Nissan Pulsar 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) has 132 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Pulsar. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Pulsar.
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) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Pulsar. (102 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1987 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 164 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
