1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 31 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 130 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2475 mm |
