1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 25 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 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
