1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 42 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry 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 276 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry.
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, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 2600 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
