1992 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 164. (207 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 51 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 164. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 164 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |