1992 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (267 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 164. (207 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 481 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Because 1988 Toyota Supra 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 1988 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (358 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 164. (270 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 164 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
