1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 9 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 250 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid 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 | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 164 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3000 mm |
