1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 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 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 164 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
