1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 37 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 2600 | Celica |
Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |