1982 Ferrari 126 vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 126 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 126 (573 HP @ 11000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 126 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 126.
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. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 126 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 126 | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 126 | Alfa 6 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
