1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2001 Daewoo Vada

To start off, 2001 Daewoo Vada is newer by 20 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, 2001 Daewoo Vada (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Vada 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 267 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Vada.

Because 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Vada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Vada. (144 Nm). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Vada. 2001 Daewoo Vada 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. 2001 Daewoo Vada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 2001 Daewoo Vada
Make Alfa Romeo Daewoo
Model Alfa 6 Vada
Year Released 1981 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 1598 cc
Horse Power 104 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 144 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1313 kg
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2530 mm


 

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