1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 2600 | Giulia |
Year Released | 1965 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |