1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1998 Tata E
To start off, 1998 Tata E is newer by 18 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 8 more horse power than 1998 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 Tata E. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1998 Tata E | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | Alfa 6 | E |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
