1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2005 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2005 Holden Rodeo is newer by 43 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
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, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2005 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 2600 | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3060 mm |
