1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 49 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 2,583 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 30 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 309 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 2011 Hyundai ix35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix35 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix35 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 | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 2600 | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2583 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
