1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1991 Honda Concerto

To start off, 1991 Honda Concerto 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1991 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1991 Honda Concerto, 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Concerto. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Concerto.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 1991 Honda Concerto
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model 2600 Concerto
Year Released 1963 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2584 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 113 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2560 mm


 

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