1989 Mazda 323 vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, both 1989 Mazda 323 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 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 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 444 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 323 | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 323 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
