1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,358 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Because 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model 1900 Camry
Year Released 1950 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1884 cc 2358 cc
Horse Power 90 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 985 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2730 mm


 

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