1994 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 170 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester 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 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 164 | Forester |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |