1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 6 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 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 68 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 135 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 164 | Serena |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
