1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1987 Alpine V6
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.
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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 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 | 1987 Alpine V6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
Model | Alfa 6 | V6 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |