1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 659 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1966 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 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa, 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 2600 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
