1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1973 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1973 Lancia 2000 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 (164 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Lancia 2000. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Lancia 2000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia 2000. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1973 Lancia 2000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | 2600 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |