1988 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 24 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 164 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
