1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 673 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 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 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 | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 2600 | XC60 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |