1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1970 GAZ 24
To start off, 1970 GAZ 24 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ 24 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ 24. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1970 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GAZ |
| Model | 2600 | 24 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
