1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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 72 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 164 | Accord |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |