1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1991 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 (289 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 145 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
