2007 Kia Optima vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2007 Kia Optima is newer by 18 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 185 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Optima weights approximately 67 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Optima. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Optima | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Optima | 164 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
