1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 21 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 2,683 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (161 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2683 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
