1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Eclipse | 164 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 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 | 1290 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |