1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 34 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (572 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (754 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Alfa 6 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 572 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 754 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |