1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2013 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2013 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (175 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 687 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
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1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2013 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 164 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1937 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2256 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2745 mm |