1985 AC Cobra vs. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
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, 1985 AC Cobra (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Cobra | Alfa 6 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |