1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 2600 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
