1990 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 20 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 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) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 45 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 164 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
