1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1962 Ford Capri
To start off, both 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 and 1962 Ford Capri were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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) has 84 more horse power than 1962 Ford Capri. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1962 Ford Capri. 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, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (217 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Capri. (185 Nm). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1962 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 2600 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
