1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira 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 2,959 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 37 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira.
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 (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 164 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
