1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1992 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1992 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1992 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1992 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
