1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 26 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dacia |
Model | Alfa 6 | Duster |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2673 mm |