1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 379 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.
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, 2012 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2012 Jeep Liberty 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. 2012 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
Model | Alfa 6 | Liberty |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2695 mm |