1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1999 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1999 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota 4Runner (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 259 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Toyota 4Runner (290 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (206 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1999 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfa 6 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 290 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1839 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |