1989 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 22 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 164 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
