1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 11 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 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 164 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
