1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1980 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1980 GMC Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 760 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 GMC Suburban 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, 1980 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 1980 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1980 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | Alfa 6 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3300 mm |