1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1999 Daewoo Leganza
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Leganza is newer by 37 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 (163 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Leganza. (131 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Leganza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Leganza weights approximately 285 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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, 1999 Daewoo Leganza, 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, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Leganza. (204 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Leganza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1999 Daewoo Leganza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daewoo |
| Model | 2600 | Leganza |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
