1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 47 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 41 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. 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, 2011 Dacia Duster, 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dacia |
Model | 2600 | Duster |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2673 mm |