1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 896 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (216 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Express |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |
