1988 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens 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, 2012 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 25 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 164 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
