1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 15 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. 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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Xedos |
| Model | 164 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
