1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
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 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 164 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
