1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2006 MG TF 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG TF (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 MG TF.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2006 MG TF | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
Model | 2600 | TF |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |