1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 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 2,959 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 78 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 44 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 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 | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 164 | i30 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
