1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 12 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 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 502 kg more than 1999 Kia Avella. 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 (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 164 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
