1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 20 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 820 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato 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 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 164 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
