1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Toyota Previa is newer by 39 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 6 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Previa weights approximately 410 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1964 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 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Previa, 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, 2003 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Previa 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 | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 2600 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
