1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2001 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2001 Toyota Sienna is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sienna (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 235 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Sienna (280 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2001 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2001 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
