1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | Alfasud | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |
