1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 25 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 164 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 8.4 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 | 70 L |
