1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2012 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2012 Dodge Caliber is newer by 25 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, 2012 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Caliber 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 124 kg more than 2012 Dodge Caliber.
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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2012 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | 164 | Caliber |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |