1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 450 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Disco Volante | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3090 mm |
