1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 25 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
