1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (175 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 170 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | 164 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
