1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette 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 110 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
