2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 11 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (175 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Stilo | 164 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
