1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 24 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 659 kg more 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, 2011 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 164 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
