1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1964 Checker Town
To start off, 1964 Checker Town is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Checker Town weights approximately 350 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1964 Checker Town | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Checker |
| Model | 2600 | Town |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3060 mm |
