1992 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1992 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 and 1992 Hyundai Sonata 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 76 more horse power than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 271 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1992 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 164 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
