1988 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, both 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 and 1988 Acura Integra were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Acura Integra. 1988 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 has manual transmission. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Acura |
| Model | 164 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
