1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1992 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1992 Toyota MR2 is newer by 28 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 9 more horse power than 1992 Toyota MR2. (154 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1992 Toyota MR2. 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota MR2. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1992 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 2600 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |