1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1971 Austin 3

To start off, 1971 Austin 3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 375 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 1971 Austin 3
Make Alfa Romeo Austin
Model 2600 3
Year Released 1962 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2584 cc 2910 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 163 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 83.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.6 mm 88.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1115 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2940 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 65 L


 

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