1990 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1971 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (264 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 164 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
