1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2005 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 24 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 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, 2005 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 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 | 2005 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfa 6 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |
