2000 Acura RL vs. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 7 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 169 kg more than 1993 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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. 2000 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 has manual transmission. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RL | 164 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
