1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 26 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 2,606 cc, 2007 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
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, both vehicles can yield 206 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2606 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
