1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1999 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 1999 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 20 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. (72 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 145 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. (156 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1999 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mahindra |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1615 kg |
