1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 19 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 747 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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 | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
