2003 Tata Safari vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 13 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 40 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 790 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Tata Safari | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Tata | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Safari | 164 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
