2008 Pontiac G5 vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G5 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster 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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G5 | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | G5 | 164 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
