1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1977 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1977 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 13 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 89 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1977 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | 2600 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 33 L |
