1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 47 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 4 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.

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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi, 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 2010 Volkswagen Citi
Make Alfa Romeo Volkswagen
Model 2600 Citi
Year Released 1963 2010
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2584 cc 1422 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 216 Nm 124 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 76.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.6 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 185 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1220 kg 1224 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 49 L