1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2008 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 45 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Because 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Siena, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2008 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 2600 | Siena |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |
