1989 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 16 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 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 225 kg more than 1989 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 164 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
