1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2006 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sienna 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 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sienna (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
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, 2006 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2006 Toyota Sienna (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2006 Toyota Sienna 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. 2006 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2006 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
