1989 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 23 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 988 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Alfa Romeo 164 2012 GMC Canyon
Make Alfa Romeo GMC
Model 164 Canyon
Year Released 1989 2012
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 123 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 259 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 2478 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.5 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.6 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 72 L