1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1976 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Crown weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
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, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1976 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GTV6 | Crown |
Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |