1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1956 Talbot Sport
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Talbot Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot Sport would be higher. At 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Talbot Sport (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Talbot Sport should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1956 Talbot Sport.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1956 Talbot Sport | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Sport |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
