1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2010 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 31 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 460 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.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR2 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, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2010 Land Rover LR2 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. 2010 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2010 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Alfa 6 | LR2 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4498 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |