1991 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1991 Alfa Romeo 164. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
Because 1995 Porsche 968 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 1995 Porsche 968. 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo 164. (289 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 164 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |
