1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 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 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. (70 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1962 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Armstrong Siddeley |
| Model | 2600 | 16 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2930 mm |
