1991 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1991 Tata Estate
To start off, both 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 and 1991 Tata Estate were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1991 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1991 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Tata Estate weights approximately 200 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1991 Tata Estate 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 1991 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 (289 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1991 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | 164 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
