1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1124 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 Expedition (475 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 2600 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |