1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 23 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), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 103 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 164 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
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 | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |