1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 20 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT 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 170 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Alfa 6 | GT |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
