1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 954 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda Z, 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Z |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
