1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 14 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 2,500 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 23 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 164 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2970 mm |
