1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (175 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RX-01 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
