1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1982 Volvo 260
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1982 Volvo 260.
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, 1982 Volvo 260 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 260 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 | 1982 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 260 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
