1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 120 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfa 6 | Passat |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |