1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 17 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 395 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
