2009 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 222 kg more than 1990 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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Passat | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Passat | 164 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Top Speed | 188 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 | 1422 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |