1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 17 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 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 164 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
