1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.

Because 1984 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 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model Alfa 6 Camry
Year Released 1984 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2360 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 133 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66.2 mm 96 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 70 L


 

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