1952 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (165 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 156 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. 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. 2005 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 6C | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3240 mm |
