1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 22 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd 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 149 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 164 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
