1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfa 6 | Bora |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |