1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1984 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
