1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1146 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2600 | Express |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
