1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2002 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avensis is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 211 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 1983 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 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2002 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2002 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
