1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 410 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.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer 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. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Alfa 6 | Blazer |
Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5010 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |