1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 19 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima 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 21 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima.
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, 2006 Nissan Altima (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima 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 | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 164 | Altima |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |