1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II

To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Mark II 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 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1977 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Mark II.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 1977 Toyota Mark II
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model Alfa 6 Mark II
Year Released 1979 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1195 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2590 mm