1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 558 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (430 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (216 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfa 6 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 430 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |