1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 26 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 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 348 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 164 | 500 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3668 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1866 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1503 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2300 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |