1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 26 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 2600 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
