1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 26 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 2 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 9 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (216 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
