1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 19 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 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird 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 233 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (206 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (203 Nm). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
Model | Alfa 6 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 203 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |