1992 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 696 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 164 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2300 mm |
