1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 22 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1067 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, 2006 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana 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 | 2006 GMC Savana | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | Alfa 6 | Savana |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |