1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 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 405 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 911 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 | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Alfa 6 | 911 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |