1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 49 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 109 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.

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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
Make Alfa Romeo Chevrolet
Model 2600 Avalanche
Year Released 1963 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2584 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 5630 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 117 L


 

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