2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1436 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Mustang 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 2006 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mustang | 164 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
