2000 Dodge Stealth vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2000 Dodge Stealth is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (175 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 480 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Stealth | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Stealth | 164 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
