1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 48 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 (164 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2011 Hyundai Accent, 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 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 2600 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
