2009 Volkswagen T5 vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 780 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen T5 | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | T5 | 164 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.4 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
