1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 85 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (252 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
