1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 138 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (206 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Alfa 6 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 542 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |