1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 21 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 103 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
