1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1985 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1985 Holden Commodore is newer by 6 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1985 Holden Commodore (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 1985 Holden Commodore 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. 1985 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1985 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
