1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 33 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 18 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 46 kg more 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
