1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 2,583 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 57 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 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 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 2000 | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |
