1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1973 Mazda Chante 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 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. 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 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 2600 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2210 mm |
