1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1972 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1972 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1972 Daihatsu Consorte | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Alfa 6 | Consorte |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |