1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 13 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 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 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 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 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 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2000 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 164 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 915 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 |
