2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 630 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Tacoma | 2600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |
