1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1994 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1994 Honda Concerto is newer by 31 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 75 more horse power than 1994 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1994 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 2600 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
