1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 463 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
Model | Alfa 6 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
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 | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1933 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2781 mm |