1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 37 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Tonka weights approximately 156 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 has manual transmission. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Tonka will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 2600 | Tonka |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 6150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 4200 mm |
