1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfa 6 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3431 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |