1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 390 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Alfetta | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |
