1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1991 Porsche 944
To start off, 1991 Porsche 944 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 944 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 944 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 70 kg more than 1991 Porsche 944.
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, 1991 Porsche 944 (337 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 944 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 | 1991 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Alfa 6 | 944 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |