1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 49 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 557 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 2600 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
