1989 Audi 200 vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, both 1989 Audi 200 and 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 49 more horse power than 1989 Audi 200. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1989 Audi 200. 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 (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 200. (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 200. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 200 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
