1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2006 Ford Expedition

To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 43 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 345 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 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition 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 2006 Ford Expedition
Make Alfa Romeo Ford
Model 2600 Expedition
Year Released 1963 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2584 cc 5408 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 495 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 9 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 106 L