1994 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 6 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. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (305 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. (187 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 164 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
