1992 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1992 Ford Probe
To start off, both 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 and 1992 Ford Probe were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 99 more horse power than 1992 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1992 Ford Probe. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1992 Ford Probe | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 164 | Probe |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |