1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1976 Mazda Chante is newer by 14 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 2,583 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 133 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1976 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 2600 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2583 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
