1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 7 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 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2600 | GTI |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
