1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 27 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 5 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 341 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute. 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 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1129 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 | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
