2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1040 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 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sentra | 164 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
