1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (175 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 249 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 164 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
