1995 Ford Mustang vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mustang 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 100 kg more than 1995 Ford Mustang.
Because 1995 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Mustang | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Mustang | 164 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |