1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 27 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram 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 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
