1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2002 Toyota F-1
To start off, 2002 Toyota F-1 is newer by 38 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 2,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Toyota F-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota F-1 (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota F-1 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota F-1 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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, 2002 Toyota F-1 (430 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota F-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2002 Toyota F-1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 2600 | F-1 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
