1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 30 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 840 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2013 GMC Sierra 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. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | Alfa 6 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 472 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3645 mm |