2009 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 20 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. Both 2009 Nissan Qashqai and 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (175 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 270 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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Qashqai | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Qashqai | 164 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
