1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta

To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (164 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
Make Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo
Model 2600 Giulietta
Year Released 1963 1954
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2584 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 164 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.6 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1115 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2390 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 53 L


 

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