1997 Kia Retona vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1997 Kia Retona is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 380 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Retona | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Retona | 164 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
