2006 Kia Sedona vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (175 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 420 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sedona | 164 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
