1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 23 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 649 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango 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 | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3040 mm |
