2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 20 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 95 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 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Doblo | 164 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
