1992 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, both 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 and 1992 Volkswagen Corrado 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 20 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 164 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
