1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1992 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1992 Toyota Previa is newer by 10 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Previa weights approximately 145 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 1982 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 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Previa, 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, 1992 Toyota Previa (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1992 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfa 6 | Previa |
Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |