1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 25 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 250 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder 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 | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |
