1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 101 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
