1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1981 Volvo 265
To start off, 1981 Volvo 265 is newer by 19 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 265 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 265 weights approximately 202 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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, 1981 Volvo 265 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1981 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 2600 | 265 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |