1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 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 (164 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 245 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1963 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 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 2600 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1760 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |