1998 Eagle Talon vs. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1998 Eagle Talon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. (207 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1998 Eagle Talon.
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, 1998 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Eagle Talon | 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Eagle | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Talon | 164 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
