1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Alfa 6 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |