1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1985 Toyota Model F is newer by 6 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 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 77 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1985 Toyota Model F. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfa 6 | Model F |
Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2240 mm |