1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
