1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1973 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (124 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | 2600 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
