1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 8 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 118 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1995 Lancia Delta. 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 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 164 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
