1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1976 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun 260Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun 260Z would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun 260Z 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 380 kg more than 1976 Datsun 260Z.
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, 1976 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1976 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Datsun |
Model | Alfa 6 | 260Z |
Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2581 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |