1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1976 Ford Torino
To start off, 1976 Ford Torino is newer by 11 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 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 433 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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, 1976 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Torino 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 | 1976 Ford Torino | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 2600 | Torino |
Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
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 | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 87 L |