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 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (155 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 48 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (206 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.
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 | 158 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
