1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1972 AMC Matador
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 50 kg more than 1981 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, 1972 AMC Matador (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1972 AMC Matador | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | AMC |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Matador |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 105.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
