1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 22 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 730 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
