1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 11 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 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. 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 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Alfa 6 | 75 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1566 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 49 L |