1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Toyota Celica is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 2600 | Celica |
Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |