1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 2 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 2000 | 2600 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 47 L |