2008 Opel Zafira vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 19 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 80 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 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Zafira | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Zafira | 164 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
