1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza 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 23 kg more than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza 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 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 164 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
