1999 Nissan Crew vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1999 Nissan Crew 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Nissan Crew. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Crew is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Crew | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Crew | 164 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
