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The '''Alfa Romeo Alfa 6''' is an [[executive car]] produced by the [[Italy|Italian]] automaker [[Alfa Romeo]] from 1979 to 1986. | The '''Alfa Romeo Alfa 6''' is an [[executive car]] produced by the [[Italy|Italian]] automaker [[Alfa Romeo]] from 1979 to 1986. | ||
| − | On its launch in 1979, the Alfa 6 was the flagship of the Alfa Romeo range. The four-door body was fairly conventional and used a similar style to the existing [[Alfa Romeo Alfetta]], and in fact both vehicles share a great number of parts, including door panels; actually, design work on the 6 was done prior to the [[Alfa Romeo Alfetta]], but the fuel crisis of 1973 delayed further development and led to the 6's belated 1979 debut. The styling was not particularly aerodynamic but the [[drag coefficient]] was a somewhat respectable 0.41. Power came from an all-new 2.5 V6 engine which generated | + | On its launch in 1979, the Alfa 6 was the flagship of the Alfa Romeo range. The four-door body was fairly conventional and used a similar style to the existing [[Alfa Romeo Alfetta]], and in fact both vehicles share a great number of parts, including door panels; actually, design work on the 6 was done prior to the [[Alfa Romeo Alfetta]], but the fuel crisis of 1973 delayed further development and led to the 6's belated 1979 debut. The styling was not particularly aerodynamic but the [[drag coefficient]] was a somewhat respectable 0.41. Power came from an all-new 2.5 V6 engine which generated 158 hp at 5600 rpm using a total of six carburettors and a single, belt driven [[camshaft]] in each cylinder head. [[Power steering]], [[power windows]], central locking, electric wing mirrors and a 25% [[limited slip differential]] were standard, making the Alfa 6 competitively priced compared to similar saloons of that time where such equipment typically was a costly extra. The car was also designed to set new standards in safety; for example it featured a shock sensor in the boot which would cut off the fuel supply in the event of a crash. |
| − | In 1983 the car was revamped, with single square [[headlight]]s replacing the twin round units, new bumpers, a new grille and new trim around the rear lights. Minor interior changes were also carried out, whilst mechanically the engine's six carburettors were replaced by [[Robert Bosch GmbH|Bosch]] L-Jetronic [[fuel injection]], with the power remaining at | + | In 1983 the car was revamped, with single square [[headlight]]s replacing the twin round units, new bumpers, a new grille and new trim around the rear lights. Minor interior changes were also carried out, whilst mechanically the engine's six carburettors were replaced by [[Robert Bosch GmbH|Bosch]] L-Jetronic [[fuel injection]], with the power remaining at 158 hp. This revamp also saw the introduction of two new engines, a 2.0 version of the existing V6 engine (which retained the carburettors) and a 2.5 litre [[VM Motori|VM]] [[straight-5|5 cylinder]] [[turbodiesel]]. |
| − | The Alfa 6 was the first Alfa Romeo to have a fully [[zinc]]-plated body. However, the [[galvanization]] proved to be of very low quality, which actually caused the Alfa 6 to rust even faster than previous Alfa Romeos (the brand was already being well-known for having rust issues). | + | The Alfa 6 was the first Alfa Romeo to have a fully [[zinc]]-plated body. However, the [[galvanization]] proved to be of very low quality, which actually caused the Alfa 6 to rust even faster than previous Alfa Romeos (the brand was already being well-known for having rust issues). The car was also known for problems regarding the [[alternator]], which in early models deteriorated rapidly and needed to be replaced every few months.{{Fact|date=July 2007}} The Alfa 6's reliability and rust issues, coupled with its relatively small production, mean it is now a very rare car, particularly outside of Italy. |
Bertone made [[Alfa Romeo Delfino|Delfino]] concept car in 1983, it was based on Alfa 6. | Bertone made [[Alfa Romeo Delfino|Delfino]] concept car in 1983, it was based on Alfa 6. | ||
[[Image:Wikialf6204.jpg|thumb|400px|left|Alfa 6 1st and 2nd series]] | [[Image:Wikialf6204.jpg|thumb|400px|left|Alfa 6 1st and 2nd series]] | ||
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==Engines== | ==Engines== | ||
===1982=== | ===1982=== | ||
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| − | + | | Alfa 6 2,5 | |
| − | + | | [[V6]] 2492 cc (6 single carburetor Dellorto) | |
| − | + | | 116 kW (158 PS) | |
| + | | 224 N·m (165 ft·lbf) @ 4000 rpm | ||
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| Alfa 6 2,5 V6 QO | | Alfa 6 2,5 V6 QO | ||
| [[V6]] 2492 cc (Bosch L-Jetronic) | | [[V6]] 2492 cc (Bosch L-Jetronic) | ||
| 116 kW (158 PS) | | 116 kW (158 PS) | ||
| − | + | | 215 N·m (159 ft·lbf) @ 4000 rpm | |
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| Alfa 6 2,0 V6 | | Alfa 6 2,0 V6 | ||
| [[V6]] 1997 cc (6 single carburetor Dellorto) | | [[V6]] 1997 cc (6 single carburetor Dellorto) | ||
| 99 kW (135 PS) | | 99 kW (135 PS) | ||
| − | + | | 178 N·m (131 ft·lbf) @ 4500 rpm | |
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| Alfa 6 2,5TD | | Alfa 6 2,5TD | ||
| [[Straight-5|I5]]-Turbodiesel 2494 cc | | [[Straight-5|I5]]-Turbodiesel 2494 cc | ||
| 77 kW (105 PS) | | 77 kW (105 PS) | ||
| − | + | | 206 N·m (152 ft·lbf) @ 2400 rpm | |
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==Statistics== | ==Statistics== | ||
Latest revision as of 14:07, 22 October 2009
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| Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
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| Aka | Alfa Sei |
| Manufacturer | Alfa Romeo |
| Production | 1979–1986 |
| Layout | FR layout |
| Body style | Sedan |
| Engine | Petrol: 2.0 L V6 2.5 L V6 Diesel: 2.5 L straight-5 |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm (102.4 in.) |
| Length | 4760 mm (187.4 in.) |
| Width | 1680 mm (66.1in.) |
| Height | 1420 mm (55.9 in.) |
| Weight | 1480 kg (3262 lb) (petrol) 1580 kg (3483 lb) (turbodiesel) |
| Front track | 1408 mm (55.4 in.) |
| Rear track | 1365 mm (53.7 in.) |
| Predecessor | None |
| Successor | Alfa Romeo 164 |
| Related | Alfa Romeo Alfetta |
| Similar | Peugeot 604 Citroën CX Ford Granada Lancia Gamma Mercedes-Benz W123 |
The Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is an executive car produced by the Italian automaker Alfa Romeo from 1979 to 1986.
On its launch in 1979, the Alfa 6 was the flagship of the Alfa Romeo range. The four-door body was fairly conventional and used a similar style to the existing Alfa Romeo Alfetta, and in fact both vehicles share a great number of parts, including door panels; actually, design work on the 6 was done prior to the Alfa Romeo Alfetta, but the fuel crisis of 1973 delayed further development and led to the 6's belated 1979 debut. The styling was not particularly aerodynamic but the drag coefficient was a somewhat respectable 0.41. Power came from an all-new 2.5 V6 engine which generated 158 hp at 5600 rpm using a total of six carburettors and a single, belt driven camshaft in each cylinder head. Power steering, power windows, central locking, electric wing mirrors and a 25% limited slip differential were standard, making the Alfa 6 competitively priced compared to similar saloons of that time where such equipment typically was a costly extra. The car was also designed to set new standards in safety; for example it featured a shock sensor in the boot which would cut off the fuel supply in the event of a crash.
In 1983 the car was revamped, with single square headlights replacing the twin round units, new bumpers, a new grille and new trim around the rear lights. Minor interior changes were also carried out, whilst mechanically the engine's six carburettors were replaced by Bosch L-Jetronic fuel injection, with the power remaining at 158 hp. This revamp also saw the introduction of two new engines, a 2.0 version of the existing V6 engine (which retained the carburettors) and a 2.5 litre VM 5 cylinder turbodiesel.
The Alfa 6 was the first Alfa Romeo to have a fully zinc-plated body. However, the galvanization proved to be of very low quality, which actually caused the Alfa 6 to rust even faster than previous Alfa Romeos (the brand was already being well-known for having rust issues). The car was also known for problems regarding the alternator, which in early models deteriorated rapidly and needed to be replaced every few months.Template:Fact The Alfa 6's reliability and rust issues, coupled with its relatively small production, mean it is now a very rare car, particularly outside of Italy.
Bertone made Delfino concept car in 1983, it was based on Alfa 6.
Engines
1982
| Model | Engine | Power | Torque |
| Alfa 6 2,5 | V6 2492 cc (6 single carburetor Dellorto) | 116 kW (158 PS) | 224 N·m (165 ft·lbf) @ 4000 rpm |
1983
| Model | Engine | Power | Torque |
| Alfa 6 2,5 V6 QO | V6 2492 cc (Bosch L-Jetronic) | 116 kW (158 PS) | 215 N·m (159 ft·lbf) @ 4000 rpm |
| Alfa 6 2,0 V6 | V6 1997 cc (6 single carburetor Dellorto) | 99 kW (135 PS) | 178 N·m (131 ft·lbf) @ 4500 rpm |
| Alfa 6 2,5TD | I5-Turbodiesel 2494 cc | 77 kW (105 PS) | 206 N·m (152 ft·lbf) @ 2400 rpm |
Statistics
- Total build: 12,070
- With carburetted 2.5 litre V6 petrol engine: 5,748
- With fuel injected 2.5 litre V6 petrol engine: 1,574
- With 2.0 litre V6 petrol engine: 1,771
- With 2.5 litre VM turbodiesel engine: 2,977
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| Small family car | Dauphine* | Alfasud | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| *Dauphine was produced under Renault license | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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