1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 48 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 46 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Fit weights approximately 28 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, 2010 Honda Fit, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 2600 | Fit |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |