1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1989 Nissan Prairie is newer by 26 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 65 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1989 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Prairie is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie will offer significantly more control. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 2600 | Prairie |
Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |