1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris. 2013 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
