1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 16 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 486 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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
