1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1996 Italdesign Nazca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca 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 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Italdesign |
| Model | 164 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
