1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2004 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2004 Ford Econoline is newer by 40 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econoline weights approximately 955 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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, 2004 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Econoline 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 | 2004 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 2600 | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3510 mm |
