1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 25 kg more than 1984 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
