1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris

To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 45 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 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 302 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 2007 Toyota Yaris
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model 2600 Yaris
Year Released 1962 2007
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2584 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 143 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 90 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 69 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.6 mm 66.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 185 km/hour 155 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1220 kg 918 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 3650 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 45 L