1996 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1996 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 480 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1996 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota 4Runner | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 4Runner | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
