1994 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1997 Mazda Levante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. Both 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 and 1997 Mazda Levante are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante 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, 1997 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. 1997 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 has manual transmission. 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 164 | Levante |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
