1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 41 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 209 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 2600 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 79 L |