1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 21 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 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon 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 425 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | 164 | Tiburon |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |