1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 30 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 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Caliber 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 179 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 | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
