1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 26 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 705 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
