1958 Abarth Renault vs. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1958 Abarth Renault. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth Renault | 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Renault | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 100 L |
