1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. Both 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 and 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 are equipped with a 2,584 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 2600 | 2600 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |