1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Applause | 164 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
