1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 30 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 35 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.
Because 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2010 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfa 6 | CC |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |