1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 29 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 647 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Alfa 6 | Defender |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2495 cc |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 93 L |