1994 Rover 800 vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1994 Rover 800 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 800 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. 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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 800 | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Rover | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 800 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
