2011 Mazda B4000 vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2011 Mazda B4000 is newer by 21 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2011 Mazda B4000.
Because 2011 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda B4000 | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | B4000 | 164 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
