1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2002 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 38 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 55 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 18 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2002 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 2600 | Econovan |
Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |