1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 50 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1282 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 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada 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 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 2600 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 105 L |
