2001 Honda S2000 vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2001 Honda S2000 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 Honda S2000.
Because 2001 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S2000 | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | S2000 | 164 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
