1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1994 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Toyota Celica is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Celica (169 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1994 Toyota Celica.
Because 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Celica, 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, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Celica. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1994 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 2600 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2583 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
