1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 220 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 164 | Venga |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
