1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 27 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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 155 kg more than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Alfa 6 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |