1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 37 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2. 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, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (176 Nm). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 2600 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 87 L |
