1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 45 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1965 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 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 2600 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
