1990 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 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 156 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 594 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (264 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 164 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
