1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 8 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 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 28 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (130 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
