1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2010 Honda Fit

To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 46 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 28 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 2010 Honda Fit
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model 2600 Fit
Year Released 1964 2010
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2584 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 117 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 216 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1277 kg 1152 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4105 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1524 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2499 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 40 L


 

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