1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo. 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Tempo | 164 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
