1988 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 290 kg more 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 (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Venga has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Venga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 164 | Venga |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
