1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 245 kg more than 1982 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, 1972 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1972 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Alfa 6 | Impala |
Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3100 mm |