1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1992 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1992 Holden Commodore 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Commodore (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1992 Holden Commodore.
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, 1992 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1992 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | Alfa 6 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |