2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Grande Punto | 164 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
