1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1975 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1975 Triumph TR6 is newer by 10 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1975 Triumph TR6. 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, 1975 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1975 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
Model | 2600 | TR6 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |