1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 28 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 79 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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Alfa 6 | Lumina |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |