1989 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1994 Xedos 6
To start off, 1994 Xedos 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1994 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1994 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1994 Xedos 6. 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Xedos 6. 1994 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 has manual transmission. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1994 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Xedos |
| Model | 164 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
