1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 693 kg more than 1982 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, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Alfa 6 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3160 mm |
