1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2006 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2006 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 44 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 20 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Hardbody.
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 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2006 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 2600 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
