1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 180 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 164 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 263 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
