1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2001 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2001 Ford Econoline is newer by 39 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1105 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, 2001 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econoline 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 | 2001 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 2600 | Econoline |
Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3510 mm |