1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 GMC Suburban is newer by 9 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban 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, 1990 GMC Suburban 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 1990 GMC Suburban 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. 1990 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3300 mm |
