1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 42 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger 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 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 2600 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 84 L |
