1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1973 DAF 66
To start off, 1973 DAF 66 is newer by 10 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1973 DAF 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (99 Nm). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1973 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | 2600 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 32 L |
