1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 28 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 925 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 96 L |
