2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 703 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Because 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Trajet | 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Trajet | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 71 L |
