1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2002 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 39 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1840 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 2002 Ford Excursion 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, 2002 Ford Excursion 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion 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 | 2002 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 2600 | Excursion |
Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 167 L |