1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 42 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 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 | 2005 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 2600 | A4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |