2001 Ford Ranger vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 13 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 270 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ranger | 164 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
