2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 10 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Prizm | 164 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
