1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2008 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Seat Toledo is newer by 28 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Seat Toledo. 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, 2008 Seat Toledo, 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, 2008 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2008 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | Alfa 6 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |