1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 29 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 575 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2013 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
