1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1987 Chrysler Conquest
To start off, 1987 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
Because 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1987 Chrysler Conquest | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
