1988 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 25 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 164 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2635 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
