1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster 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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 164 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
