1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1992 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 30 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, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 96 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.
Because 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Acclaim 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 | 1992 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | 2600 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
