1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1966 Holden EH
To start off, 1966 Holden EH is newer by 3 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 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1966 Holden EH. 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, 1966 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1966 Holden EH | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 2600 | EH |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
