1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1991 Audi 100
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 28 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, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi 100 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, 1991 Audi 100 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, 1991 Audi 100 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 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 | 1991 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 2600 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
