1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (206 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 90 | Alfa 6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |