1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 15 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 440 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (252 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2600 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
