1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 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 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 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 83 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
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 (294 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (210 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 164 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
