1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2003 Chrysler Airflite
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Airflite is newer by 40 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Airflite weights approximately 230 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite 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 | 2003 Chrysler Airflite | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | 2600 | Airflite |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
