1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 107 kg more than 1983 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Alfa 6 | Chevelle |
Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5011 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |