1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 23 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 997 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3310 mm |
