1990 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. (264 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 164 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
