2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 246 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (305 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Colorado | Alfa 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
