1989 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 Seat Exeo. 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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Exeo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 164 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2642 mm |
