1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1999 Seat Formula
To start off, 1999 Seat Formula is newer by 36 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, 1999 Seat Formula (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Seat Formula.
Because 1999 Seat Formula 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, 1999 Seat Formula 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, 1999 Seat Formula (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Formula 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 | 1999 Seat Formula | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 2600 | Formula |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
