1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 164 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
